Each piece of this fine set has a panelled form with concave corners, all in the Queen Anne style.

The lower portion of each piece is ornamented with embossed fluted decoration.

To one side of the body of each piece is an impressive bright cut engraved coat of arms* surmounted by a crest depicting a dexter hand holding a dagger erect, all above the motto 'aut pax aut bellum' - either peace or war.

The upper rim of each piece is ornamented with an applied reed decorated border.

Both the coffee pot and teapot are fitted with flush hinged hallmarked domed covers; the flush hinges indicates the fine quality of this service.

The cover of the coffee pot is surmounted by the original sterling silver panelled urn style finial.

The coffee pot is supported by a plain and unembellished panelled shaped pedestal foot.

The coffee pot was crafted by Thomas Robinson in 1800, whereas the cream jug and sugar bowl were made in 1800 by John Robins and the teapot was constructed by Stephen Adams in 1802; these pieces were crafted over a short period of time and will have been engraved with the coat of arms once the set was compiled.

* The coat of arms pertains to an unnamed younger son of the family of Donaldson of Bannachra, Dumbarton.

Further detailed information pertaining to the armourail bearings available on request or on purchase of the service.

This antique Georgian tea service is a very good gauge of silver, fine quality and in excellent presentation condition.

There is crazing to the ivory handles, as expected, in keeping with age.

The bright cut engraved decoration to each piece is very crisp.

Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the teapot and coffee pot and the surface of the cream jug and sugar bowl and part hallmarks to the interior of the cover of the teapot and coffee pot are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this set of antique Georgian teaware.

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Andrew Campbell started trading in Antique Silver in the 1970's. Initially, Andrew lived in the South of England, travelling the country, searching for items of silver to buy. Andrew sold these items at various London markets and antique fairs. Over time, and through selling at a range of venues, Andrew built up a large and diverse customer base from private buyers to national and international trade customers.